NSW Police Force

09/21/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/20/2024 16:58

Fatal Vehicle Crash - Smithfield

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Fatal Vehicle Crash - Smithfield

Saturday, 21 September 2024 08:44:52 AM

A man has died following a crash in western Sydney.

About 6am on Thursday (18 September 2024), emergency services were called to Woodpark Road, Smithfield, following reports a Toyota Yaris had collided with a parked heavy vehicle trailer.

Officers attached to Cumberland Police Area Command attended a short time later, but all parties had left the scene.

Following enquiries, the driver of the Yaris, a 96-year-old man, was located at Westmead Hospital in a critical condition.

About 2am today (Saturday 21 September 2024), police were informed the man had died.

As investigations into the circumstance surrounding the incident continue, anyone with information, CCTV, dashcam and/or mobile phone footage in relation to the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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